Mar 19, 2010 | WDC: 50 °F
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People
Some people play an outsize role in making Washington such a great place to live.
Meet memorable personalities who call this area home; individuals honored by WETA as Hometown Heroes; and other fascinating Washingtonians.
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Notable people & organizations
Fascinating Washingtonians
Caring Organizations
Hometown Heroes
For ten years, WETA’s Hometown Heroes project has honored Washington-area individuals whose work and volunteer efforts benefit the Greater Washington area. More than 85 individuals have been honored since 1999.
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My Source
Dozens of Washington area residents have shared with us their passion for WETA. Read, watch or listen to their stories about how WETA is their source for information, inspiration and more!
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Featured video
WETA Extra sits down and talks with American political satirist/comedian Mark Russell in his Washington, D.C. home.
Many of these video segments are drawn from the WETA Extras and WETA Neighborhoods projects.
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